Too Many Lawyers
A weekly legal podcast where Royal Oakes and Connor Oakes go beyond the headlines to explain what big cases and controversies really mean for real people.
Show Overview
Too Many Lawyers is a long-running news and legal commentary podcast hosted by Royal Oakes and his son, fellow lawyer Connor Oakes. Together, they dig into the court cases, political battles, and legal trends that are shaping American life and media.
The show “goes beyond the headlines about laws and court cases” to help listeners understand what developments in the law really mean and how those stories impact real people.
Royal brings decades of courtroom and media experience as a libertarian, baby boomer legal analyst. Connor offers a progressive millennial perspective, creating a lively, cross-generational debate that mirrors the conversations happening across the country.
What Listeners Can Expect
Real Legal Insight
Big trials, constitutional questions, and legal news explained in plain language, without losing the nuance.
Sharp, Candid Conversation
A father and son debate the law, politics, and culture from different angles, with humor and honesty.
Stories That Matter
From O. J. Simpson and the Menendez brothers to Trump, Diddy, and beyond, listeners get context for the stories driving the news cycle.
Featured Episodes
Should we dump anti-nudity laws?
Dec 23, 2024
Legal analysis of public nudity laws, gender equality, and constitutional issues, examining whether outdated ordinances still withstand modern legal and cultural scrutiny.
Are people really rooting for insurance CEO assassinations?
Dec 19, 2024
Examining public reaction, criminal law, and moral responsibility after violent acts against executives spark debate over justice, accountability, and societal anger.
If you think the Biden legacy has hit rock bottom, what about a January 20 self-pardon?
Dec 18, 2024
A legal breakdown of presidential pardon authority, constitutional limits, and political consequences surrounding speculation about an unprecedented self-pardon.
Trump and Smollett are smiling – will the Menendez Brothers be happy too?
January 22, 2025
Legal analysis of overturned convictions, appellate rulings, and high-profile criminal cases as recent decisions revive debate over long-settled verdicts.
Listen Wherever You Get Your Podcasts
Royal Oakes
Royal Oakes is a veteran trial lawyer and legal analyst who has offered commentary on national television and radio for decades. He brings courtroom experience, historical context, and a clear, conversational style that helps listeners make sense of complex cases.
Connor Oakes
Connor Oakes is a progressive millennial lawyer and co-host who challenges assumptions, surfaces new angles, and keeps the conversation fresh for a new generation of listeners. Together, Royal and Connor create the kind of back-and-forth that talk radio and podcast audiences love.
Why the Show Matters
Royal created Too Many Lawyers for people who want more than hot takes. Listeners get:
- Context for the biggest court cases and political battles
- A look at how legal decisions shape daily life and democracy
- A mix of seriousness and humor that keeps the show engaging, not dry
As the show’s official description puts it, it focuses on “what developments in the law really mean” rather than just rehashing headlines.
